Every time I see “core strength” as a goal, I wonder what it means to the client. Truth is, this goal does not reveal as much as you might think. Here’s what you need to know before you start working on core strength with your clients.Read More
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Meditation & Pilates
When I bring my awareness to my body, I experience this sense of “flow”. This flow is always increased for me after a positive movement experience. Read More
7 Tips to Make your Cues Count: What’s Your Fluff?
Do you have a phrase you use as a crutch when you are searching for words or trying to fill the silence in a classroom? Everybody does! Read More
Teaching Self Monitoring in Pilates
I worry that we, as Pilates teachers, over challenge people, which can result in injury, the development of poor form, frustration, and misinformation. Are we teaching students self-monitoring so that they can make ideal choices for their body? Read More
Educator Highlight : Amy Dixon, NCPT
Pilates is my profession, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. I also have trained in many other modalities to complement my work, so that each client receives a blend of work to match their needs.Read More
Polestar Pilates Educator Highlight : Brad Jamieson
I want to convey the simplicity of movement. I think movement in this era is being hijacked and branded so it can be sold. Moving is just moving- arms, legs, spine. It doesn’t need to be complex, or “wrong,” as long as it’s safe and effective. We’ve been moving our human bodies for millions of years… we should innately know what we’re doing! I feel there’s more benefit in someone having a positive experience of free movement than in building fear and blocking someone from moving.Read More
